Cause areas

There are lots of different ways engineers can do good in the world. One way to group these is by cause area. Here are resource articles on what might be some of the most important problems to solve.

Helping Farmed Animals

Trillions of animals live in factory farms. Engineers can help improve their conditions and create alternatives to factory-farmed meat

Preventing AI Catastrophes

Artificial intelligence has the potential to cause immense benefit or harm. Engineers can help control and secure AI systems

Preparing for Pandemics

Pandemics threaten millions. Engineers can create tools to detect, block, and cure new diseases

Global Health

Engineers can help provide infrastructure, medical, and logistics solutions that save lives efficiently

Nuclear War

A nuclear exchange could end civilization. Engineers can develop monitoring, detection, and control systems to reduce this risk

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